Walt Disney World is the most magical place in the world to many. Disney's Magic Kingdom, uniquely designed for joy and happiness, carries you into a world of make believe, fantasy and adventure. From the thrill of Space Mountain to Tinker Bell's stardust in the sky at night, the Magic Kingdom offers pleasure for every age. Find out how one man's dream became a reality for all of us to enjoy. ||
Task
Walt Disney World is visited by thousands of people, young and old every year. This summer, you and a friend have won a trip to visit the Magic Kingdom for a day. You are to plan your itinerary from the time the park opens, 9:00 a.m. until it closes at midnight. You must include the afternoon parade, evening parade and the fireworks. You also must adjust your schedule to allow 45 minutes wait time for the starred attractions listed below. You will have $30.00 each for meals for the day, so check your restaurant guidelines carefully. In addition, after your trip, you will have a few assignments to complete. May you enjoy your magical day in this kingdom of fantasy and make believe!
Space Mountain
Splash Mountain
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
The Extraterrorestrial Alien EncounterAdditional Assignments:
1. Print out a map of the Magic Kingdom and highlight all of the places you went. (Individually)
2. Complete and print the itinerary worksheet provided. Remember the starred attractions have a 45 minute wait and don’t forget the “must sees,” afternoon parade, night parade, and the fireworks. (With your partner)
3. Complete and print out the CLOZE story provided. (With your partner)
4. Using the Word Processor, write a diary entry, “My Day in the Magic Kingdom.”(Individually)
5. Finally, you must design an ad, poster, or travel brochure advertising your favorite attraction, restaurant, or place in the Magic Kingdom, which must include at least two Disney “Trivia Tidbits.” (Individually) ||
Process
By searching the Internet, using written materials, brainstorming, and forming personal opinions, you will be able to advise others your age what to see on a one-day adventure to the Magic Kingdom. As you view the resources available, use the information to complete the CLOZE story and determine which Disney “trivia tidbits” you will want to use in your advertising project. A planned itinerary would be so helpful to those interested in vacationing at the Magic Kingdom. You and your partner will have created your ideal plan to recommend. Itinerary for a Magical Day in the Magic Kingdom
Guests: _ Date:
9:00-10:00a.m.
10:00-11:00a.m.
11:00-12:00p.m.
12:00-1:00p.m.
1:00-2:00p.m.
2:00-3:00p.m.
3:00-4:00p.m.
4:00-5:00p.m.
5:00-6:00p.m.
6:00-7:00p.m.
7:00-8:00p.m.
8:00-9:00p.m.
9:00-10:00p.m.
10:00-11:00p.m.
11:00-12:00a.m.
Name: _ Date: Magic Kingdom Cloze Story My family and I love Walt Disney World (WDW.) We would go there every year if we could. My favorite place is the_. The feeling I get when I enter the park and first step back in time on _is magical itself. Here you can actually get a haircut at the , or watch the glass blowers at _. If it is a sunny day, you may want to buy your Mickey Mouse ears or a hat at . WDW first opened in _ with only _ attractions, hotels, 3 golf courses, rental boats and a campground. Walt Disney World now covers sq. miles which is twice the size of . As you move into another land you pass through the massive and beautiful medieval _ which stands approximately _ feet high. In , we were there for the_ anniversary of WDW when the castle was painted pink and designed to look like a birthday cake. My husband and I were celebrating the same anniversary as WDW, so we had a great time with the celebrations. Once through the castle’s massive archway you enter Fantasyland. Here in this land of enchantment for children, you can ride Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel. This carrousel was built in New Jersey in. Other favorites here are Peter Pan’s Flight, It’s a Small World, and Dumbo, the Flying Elephant. Colored teacups spin their riders on . This ride, popular with 9-20 year olds, is based on the 1951 movie . You can get excited about the future in. The biggest attraction here is _. This roller coaster ride speeds through the dark at _mph. Monsters from another planet seem to reach out and grab you at . This attraction may be too intense for some children. The voice of adds to the fun and adventure as you enter the world’s first time machine and travel back in time and beyond in . When it’s time to relax, try a _ minute ride on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority, formally called the . This peaceful excursion is a great way to get an overview of most of the attractions in Tomorrowland. As you enter , you will be proud to be an American. The_is a remarkable use of Audio-Animatronics where the leaders of our nation seem to come alive. Or, you can ride along with a ghost at the ,where one of the biggest jobs is keeping the place dirty, not clean. Looking for adventure? Adventureland provides entertainment and fun on the _ as you ride a boat through the jungle and encounter wild beasts and headhunters. This attraction is best enjoyed during the daylight. One of the Magic Kingdom’s best is the ten-minute cruise with Pirates of the_. Here guests set sail and experience a raid on a small town, dodge the cannon fire, and sing along with the pirates as they sing their rendition of _. The biggest attraction in Frontierland is Splash Mountain. This water journey takes you through the exploits of _ as he heads for his . This attraction was based on Disney’s 1946 film, . Riders get a wet thrill as they drop down _ stories into the stream below. Frontierland also includes the delightful animatronics and charm of the Country Bear _. The wildest western coaster ride is _. This scenery was designed after the_and includes a small mining town, billy goats, and bats! The newest neighborhood in the Magic Kingdom is . This small village in vibrant colors is a favorite of small children. As for food and restaurants, the Magic Kingdom has much to offer any budget. One of our favorites is the Plaza Restaurant which is famous for its banana splits, floats, and ice cream . Just outside this restaurant is a great place to view the fireworks each evening. My husband and I love Tony’s Town Square Restaurant based on the Disney classic,_. Winnie the Pooh and Friends join the guests for their meal at the . Character meals are also available at many other restaurants in the park. Fine food, with each particular theme, is tempting to the visitors in all seven of the lands. From expensive to moderate, snacks to specialty drinks, everyone’s tastes can be more than satisfied. Finally, as night falls, the entertainment and excitement builds. An absolute “must see” is The Main Street Electrical Parade. Building lights and streetlights are turned off and the twinkling of more than _ lights on floats, characters, and costumes makes its way along the parade route. This parade made its debut in . My visit is not complete without seeing the parade at p.m. and sometimes again at p.m.. In between the parades, _makes her way flying down from the castle to begin _, the nightly fireworks display. After dark, just like in the daytime hours, everything is designed for happiness and joy for young and old alike. The Magic Kingdom is so appropriately named. A magical place to get away to a world without problems and just enjoy all that you possibly can. When I retire I hope to someday be a part of this place where I can work with the sole purpose of bringing joy and pleasure to those around me. Employees at the Magic Kingdom are called _.
There is so much more that I haven’t mentioned, the Monorail, the Walt Disney World Railroad, Aunt Polly’s Dockside Inn. I could go on and on. Sights and sounds, magic to enjoy, it’s all here at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. I hope you enjoy your magical WebQuest and if you have never been to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in person, I certainly hope you are someday able to experience it first hand. Then you to can remember the “magic” with me.
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Resources
Resources:
Walt Disney World Homepage
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom Virtual Tour
Disney Online Official Sights
TUDLP Walt Disney Biography
Laughing Place .com
Pete Werner’s Unofficial Online Guide to Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World; Expert Advice from the Inside Source: Birnbaum Travel Guides
Frommer’s Walt Disney World and Orlando by: Frommer and Mary Meehan
Walt Disney World; The Unofficial Guide to WDW 2000 by: Bob Sehlinger
Passporter Walt Disney World; The Unique Travel Guide, Planner, Organizer, Journal, and Keepsake by: Jennifer Watson and Dave Marx
Walt Disney World 4Teens by Teens by: Wiley
Various travel brochures and pamphlets
Electronic:
Internet: Google, Altavista, etc.
Microsoft Word
Power Point
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Evaluation
Itinerary Schedule *Logical use of time *Wait time included *”Must Sees” included *Meal time included with appropriate money spent (with partner)Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars Cloze Story *Includes accuracy of information, and proper use of capitalization, punctuation, and spelling (with partner) Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars Diary Entry *Minimum of 2 paragraphs, 5-7 sentences each. Also proper use of capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and spelling (Individual) Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars Advertising Project *Minimum 2 Disney Trivia “Tidbits.” *Proper use of capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and spelling. (Individual) Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars Individual Portfolio *Collection of all notes and assignments. Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars TOTAL POINTS____ Comments:
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Conclusion
Hopefully your day in the Magic Kingdom has been a memorable and enjoyable one. With so much to do and see, perhaps you could return again soon. This WebQuest adventure to the Magic Kingdom will probably take about 2 weeks to complete, depending on the choices made, class size, and age of the students. It has been designed for middle school students and adapted for Title I learners. Maybe your next visit could include more days in the Magic Kingdom or a visit to one of the other parks in Walt Disney World. This would help expand your WebQuest adventure. Remember, all of this is the result of one man’s dream. You too can believe in the “magic” of your dreams! Suggested Extension Activities:
Write a story about a person’s first trip to the Magic Kingdom
Write an essay about Walt Disney and how his kingdom began.
Create a word search puzzle using Magic Kingdom vocabulary.
Conduct a survey of classmates and teachers to see who has been to the Magic Kingdom how recent.
Create a PowerPoint slide for the information found and advice for a one-day adventure to the Magic Kingdom.
Linda Hackneyhackneyl@vcsc.k12.in.usClark Middle School 500 Buntin Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
Last Updated: 11/17/00
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Introduction
G'Day, Mate! Hop in me jeep, and I'll take you on a tour of one of the most interesting and unique places in the world - Australia! Did you know this great country is also considered an island and a continent? Did you know it has a wide range of geography, loads of sheep, some pretty weird animals and great food Aussie kids love called vegemite? Yes, Mate, there are so many fantastic things to learn about Australia, I can't wait to begin. So, let's get started. Keep your eyes on the road and watch out for kangaroos!
Willy WallabyTour Guide for the "land down under"
Itinerary
You and Willy will tour Australia for the next few weeks. You will explore topics and complete tasks that will help you become an expert on the "land down under."This will be a fun learning adventure. Enjoy it!
So long, Mates. Our trip is over and it's been great. It's amazing how many places we've visited and how much we learned about the "land down under" in only 8 weeks.
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Magic Kingdom
A Visit to Walt Disney World
Goals~ Introduction ~ Task ~ Process ~ Resources ~ Evaluation ~ Conclusion
Walt Disney World is the most magical place in the world to many. Disney's Magic Kingdom, uniquely designed for joy and happiness, carries you into a world of make believe, fantasy and adventure. From the thrill of Space Mountain to Tinker Bell's stardust in the sky at night, the Magic Kingdom offers pleasure for every age. Find out how one man's dream became a reality for all of us to enjoy.
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Walt Disney World is visited by thousands of people, young and old every year. This summer, you and a friend have won a trip to visit the Magic Kingdom for a day. You are to plan your itinerary from the time the park opens, 9:00 a.m. until it closes at midnight. You must include the afternoon parade, evening parade and the fireworks. You also must adjust your schedule to allow 45 minutes wait time for the starred attractions listed below. You will have $30.00 each for meals for the day, so check your restaurant guidelines carefully. In addition, after your trip, you will have a few assignments to complete. May you enjoy your magical day in this kingdom of fantasy and make believe!
- Space Mountain
- Splash Mountain
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
- The Extraterrorestrial Alien EncounterAdditional Assignments:
1. Print out a map of the Magic Kingdom and highlight all of the places you went. (Individually)2. Complete and print the itinerary worksheet provided. Remember the starred attractions have a 45 minute wait and don’t forget the “must sees,” afternoon parade, night parade, and the fireworks. (With your partner)
3. Complete and print out the CLOZE story provided. (With your partner)
4. Using the Word Processor, write a diary entry, “My Day in the Magic Kingdom.”(Individually)
5. Finally, you must design an ad, poster, or travel brochure advertising your favorite attraction, restaurant, or place in the Magic Kingdom, which must include at least two Disney “Trivia Tidbits.” (Individually)
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Itinerary for a Magical Day in the Magic Kingdom
Guests: _ Date:
Name: _ Date:
Magic Kingdom Cloze Story
My family and I love Walt Disney World (WDW.) We would go there every year if we could. My favorite place is the _. The feeling I get when I enter the park and first step back in time on _is magical itself. Here you can actually get a haircut at the , or watch the glass blowers at _. If it is a sunny day, you may want to buy your Mickey Mouse ears or a hat at . WDW first opened in _ with only _ attractions, hotels, 3 golf courses, rental boats and a campground. Walt Disney World now covers sq. miles which is twice the size of . As you move into another land you pass through the massive and beautiful medieval _ which stands approximately _ feet high. In , we were there for the _ anniversary of WDW when the castle was painted pink and designed to look like a birthday cake. My husband and I were celebrating the same anniversary as WDW, so we had a great time with the celebrations. Once through the castle’s massive archway you enter Fantasyland. Here in this land of enchantment for children, you can ride Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel. This carrousel was built in New Jersey in . Other favorites here are Peter Pan’s Flight, It’s a Small World, and Dumbo, the Flying Elephant. Colored teacups spin their riders on . This ride, popular with 9-20 year olds, is based on the 1951 movie .
You can get excited about the future in . The biggest attraction here is _. This roller coaster ride speeds through the dark at _mph. Monsters from another planet seem to reach out and grab you at . This attraction may be too intense for some children. The voice of adds to the fun and adventure as you enter the world’s first time machine and travel back in time and beyond in . When it’s time to relax, try a _ minute ride on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority, formally called the . This peaceful excursion is a great way to get an overview of most of the attractions in Tomorrowland. As you enter , you will be proud to be an American. The _is a remarkable use of Audio-Animatronics where the leaders of our nation seem to come alive. Or, you can ride along with a ghost at the ,where one of the biggest jobs is keeping the place dirty, not clean. Looking for adventure? Adventureland provides entertainment and fun on the _ as you ride a boat through the jungle and encounter wild beasts and headhunters. This attraction is best enjoyed during the daylight. One of the Magic Kingdom’s best is the ten-minute cruise with Pirates of the _. Here guests set sail and experience a raid on a small town, dodge the cannon fire, and sing along with the pirates as they sing their rendition of _. The biggest attraction in Frontierland is Splash Mountain. This water journey takes you through the exploits of _ as he heads for his . This attraction was based on Disney’s 1946 film, . Riders get a wet thrill as they drop down _ stories into the stream below. Frontierland also includes the delightful animatronics and charm of the Country Bear _. The wildest western coaster ride is _. This scenery was designed after the _and includes a small mining town, billy goats, and bats! The newest neighborhood in the Magic Kingdom is . This small village in vibrant colors is a favorite of small children. As for food and restaurants, the Magic Kingdom has much to offer any budget. One of our favorites is the Plaza Restaurant which is famous for its banana splits, floats, and ice cream . Just outside this restaurant is a great place to view the fireworks each evening. My husband and I love Tony’s Town Square Restaurant based on the Disney classic, _. Winnie the Pooh and Friends join the guests for their meal at the . Character meals are also available at many other restaurants in the park. Fine food, with each particular theme, is tempting to the visitors in all seven of the lands. From expensive to moderate, snacks to specialty drinks, everyone’s tastes can be more than satisfied. Finally, as night falls, the entertainment and excitement builds. An absolute “must see” is The Main Street Electrical Parade. Building lights and streetlights are turned off and the twinkling of more than _ lights on floats, characters, and costumes makes its way along the parade route. This parade made its debut in . My visit is not complete without seeing the parade at p.m. and sometimes again at p.m.. In between the parades, _makes her way flying down from the castle to begin _, the nightly fireworks display. After dark, just like in the daytime hours, everything is designed for happiness and joy for young and old alike. The Magic Kingdom is so appropriately named. A magical place to get away to a world without problems and just enjoy all that you possibly can. When I retire I hope to someday be a part of this place where I can work with the sole purpose of bringing joy and pleasure to those around me. Employees at the Magic Kingdom are called _.
There is so much more that I haven’t mentioned, the Monorail, the Walt Disney World Railroad, Aunt Polly’s Dockside Inn. I could go on and on. Sights and sounds, magic to enjoy, it’s all here at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. I hope you enjoy your magical WebQuest and if you have never been to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in person, I certainly hope you are someday able to experience it first hand. Then you to can remember the “magic” with me.
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Resources:
- Walt Disney World Homepage
- Walt Disney World
- Magic Kingdom Virtual Tour
- Disney Online Official Sights
- TUDLP Walt Disney Biography
- Laughing Place .com
- Pete Werner’s Unofficial Online Guide to Walt Disney World
- Intercot Walt Disney World: Inside and Out
- Disney Magic
- Friends of Disney Alliance
URL:http://www.disneyworld.com http://www.solarius.com/dvp/wdw/index.html http://www.vr-usa.com/disney/jvaframe.htm http://www.tudlp.org/official.html http://www.tudlp.org/walt.html http://www.laughingplace.comhttp://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/guides/magickingdom/ridesattractions.htm http://www.intercot.com http://www.wdwmagic.com http://www.disneycorner.com
Print:
- Walt Disney World; Expert Advice from the Inside Source: Birnbaum Travel Guides
- Frommer’s Walt Disney World and Orlando by: Frommer and Mary Meehan
- Walt Disney World; The Unofficial Guide to WDW 2000 by: Bob Sehlinger
- Passporter Walt Disney World; The Unique Travel Guide, Planner, Organizer, Journal, and Keepsake by: Jennifer Watson and Dave Marx
- Walt Disney World 4Teens by Teens by: Wiley
- Various travel brochures and pamphlets
Electronic:||
Itinerary Schedule *Logical use of time *Wait time included *”Must Sees” included *Meal time included with appropriate money spent (with partner)Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars
Cloze Story *Includes accuracy of information, and proper use of capitalization, punctuation, and spelling (with partner) Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars
Diary Entry *Minimum of 2 paragraphs, 5-7 sentences each. Also proper use of capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and spelling (Individual) Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars
Advertising Project *Minimum 2 Disney Trivia “Tidbits.” *Proper use of capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and spelling. (Individual) Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars
Individual Portfolio *Collection of all notes and assignments. Superior - 5 Stars Satisfactory - 3/4 Stars Fair - 1/2 Stars
TOTAL POINTS____
Comments:
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Hopefully your day in the Magic Kingdom has been a memorable and enjoyable one. With so much to do and see, perhaps you could return again soon. This WebQuest adventure to the Magic Kingdom will probably take about 2 weeks to complete, depending on the choices made, class size, and age of the students. It has been designed for middle school students and adapted for Title I learners. Maybe your next visit could include more days in the Magic Kingdom or a visit to one of the other parks in Walt Disney World. This would help expand your WebQuest adventure. Remember, all of this is the result of one man’s dream. You too can believe in the “magic” of your dreams!
Suggested Extension Activities:
Linda Hackney
Last Updated: 11/17/00
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Native Australian Animals
Unique Australian Animals
Australian Animals
Unique Australian Animals
Animals of Australia
Crocodile Hunter
Flying Foxes in Australia
Our trip is over and it's been great. It's amazing how many places we've visited and how much we learned about the "land down under" in only 8 weeks.
Zoom School Australia
Australia for Kids
Australia Downunder
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